Transaction Manager

Cushman & Wakefield; Toronto; On-site; CAD 102,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Transaction Manager to oversee day-to-day transaction management for a portfolio of properties for national/global clients. You will monitor workflows, mentor the Transaction Coordinator, and ensure high-quality service and deliverables.

Responsibilities include market optimization planning, financial analysis, and coordinating negotiations of leases, purchases, and subleases, with emphasis on process improvements and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of real estate experience in transactions management or corporate real estate.
• Must obtain and hold state real estate salesperson license.
• LEED, MCR, CCIM designations are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with portfolio plans aligned to client real estate goals.
• Collaborate with C&W and other brokers to negotiate terms for leases, sales, subleases and purchases.
• Manage key documentation and client communications; oversee reporting and data accuracy.
• Coordinate field broker selection and client/site visits; support client meetings.

Skills

Client service skills

Communication

Financial analysis

Negotiation

Organization

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Finance/Real estate preferred

Job description

Job Title

Transaction Manager

Job Description

Summary

Position Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day transaction management of a portfolio of properties on behalf of one or more national and/or global corporate services clients. Responsibilities include market optimization planning, monitoring internal/external workflows to ensure consistent quality of service and work product and mentoring and/or oversight of the Transaction Coordinator role.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation of portfolio plans that align with client’s real estate goals and objectives
• Collaborate with C&W and non C&W brokerage professionals to ensure effective negotiations of business terms for a wide variety of transactions including lease, sale, sublease and purchase
• Manage the flow of key documentation and client communications
• Review, and interpret financial analysis
• Oversee revenue tracking of all transactions
• Maintain database of transaction activity
• Ensure accuracy of all transaction reports
• Present transaction activity to client
• Lead and/or facilitate client meetings
• Provide suggestions for process and technical improvements relating to the transaction process
• Assist with the on-boarding of new team members
• May provide supervision for transactional team members and others team members supporting the transaction activity of the relationship

Ability to read and understand commercial real estate transaction documents, such as a lease, purchase & sale agreement, sublease agreement, SNDA, estoppel, assignment agreement, etc.

Process Management

• Assist with the development of standard forms and procedures
• Implement standardized processes/playbooks that create maximum efficiencies and add value
• Assist in measuring transactional performance
• Ensure that all client and broker engagement documentation is executed

Transaction Management

• Coordinate field broker selection and engagement process
• Assist with determining client needs and communicate project parameters
• Coordinate negotiations and management of transactions
• Coordinate legal review of all client leased/owned documents
• Ensure accuracy of financial data and reporting
• Resolve landlord/tenant disputes
• Coordinate client site visits/market tours
• Ensure all State real estate standards are met
• Assist in the management of client rebate account
• Prepare billing packages & submit for commission invoicing

Strategic Planning

• Assist in the development of strategic real estate plans
• Identify occupancy cost opportunities
• Ensure implementation of agreed upon strategy
• Produce and/or support business case development
• Execute strategies by developing action plans

Key Competencies

• Client Service Skills
• Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
• Financial Analysis
• Negotiation Skills
• Organization Skills
• Teamwork Orientation
• Multi-Tasking

Important Experience

5+ years of real estate experience in transactions management or corporate real estate.

Education

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) required in any field; finance/real estate preferred.

Additional Qualifications

• Must obtain and hold state real estate salesperson license
• LEED, MCR, CCIM designations are a plus

AAP/EEO Statement

Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and assessing applications. All hiring decisions are reviewed and confirmed by our recruitment team. This posting is for a new position. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $ 102,000.00 - $120,000.00 Cushman & Wakefield is committed to equity in employment and our goal is to have a diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace.

Accommodations

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Company Information

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture.

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